Creamery Operator - Gustine Union 386

At Saputo, our best comes from our people.
We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.
Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us.
Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
How you will make contributions that matter.
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All duties consistent with following our established SOPs to ensure the proper cleaning and sanitation of the mix/blend and receiving operations to include the tanks, pumps, product lines, valves, fittings and components.
This includes disassembling and reassembling equipment and lines as necessary.
Follow all established sanitation guidelines to ensure product meets our internal Saputo, State and Federal Pasteurized Milk Ordinance requirements for CIP/COP/SIP requirements.
Effective communication and coordination with other departments to ensure equipment is cleaned and reassembled in accordance with our production run schedule, product end of run, and product changeovers to ensure equipment is ready for the next run.
Record chemical inventories and ensure chemicals are used, labeled, and stored in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Actively monitor water temperatures, pressures, and water/product flow per requirements per the CIP/SIP requirements.
Follow all Chart Recording guidelines, ensure accuracy and completion of all required documentation, CIP and sanitation charts and records.
Accurately and neatly complete all required documentation.
Proficiency with computer-based software and automated control systems.
Support internal and external compliance audits.
Perform product reclaim activities when required, within defined guidelines.
Perform routine equipment adjustments as necessary.
Perform all required department environmental controls.
Follow all established GMP/Food Safety/Allergen policies Follow all employee Health and Safety policies.
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
Identify and effectively communicate any delays, malfunctions, or mechanical issues immediately to Supervisor.
Safe operation of lift truck and material handling equipment.
Effectively communicate with other departments to ensure production efficiency.
Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
Other duties as required by management.
Physical Demands and Required Attributes Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures.
Read and write in English.
Visual acuity with the ability to see color.
Physical lifting up to 50-lbs unassisted and frequently throughout the shift.
Shift flexibility.
Team members are assigned to a shift in support of 24/7 dairy manufacturing.
This can either be rotating, days, swing or night shift and weekends.
Workdays and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as training or audits.
Overtime on daily and weekly basis is required.
You are best suited for the role if you… High school diploma or equivalent or minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
Proficient computer skills, software and data entry, SAP a plus.
Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
Ability to achieve lift truck certification and safely operate lift trucks.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated work history.
We support and care for our employees by providing them with… Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.
Hourly Pay Rate: $28.
93 Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products.
We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors.
Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way.
And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise.
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